Ellie's school in Dunedin, New Zealand

North East Valley  Normal School

I love that Ellie's school is described as "Normal" - that is a term to explain that it is a "teaching school"

Ellie class room!

The school is keen on finding ways to express bi-cultualism through music, dance and art! 

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The Maori language used though-out the school.

• Every friday, her school hosts an assembly and parents are invited to see what is new. Inside the 120year old gym building that even has massive glass windows...the kids sang a traditional Maori songs and then awards were given to students based on sports achievements, help fullness and academics.  This photo show - Ellie being recognized by the school for her 3rd place cross country finish.
• When Ellie was introduced as a new student and asked where she was from, she said, "From Missoula, America"

This sign in the gym has names of all the kids who died in World War One 1914 and the South African War 1889-1902.

 Go Team!

Ellie racing ahead

3rd Place! Good on ya Ellie!